Condolence: Dear Joan. We were so very saddened to hear from Dolena of Terry's sudden death. I remember the day that Terry took our 'Red Ladies' for a cruise on one of our events. He was such a good sport - and what a fun day it was! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Hugh and Jen at this very difficult and sad time. Anne

Condolence: Dear Joan, I was deeply surprised and saddened when I saw Terry's obituary. Terry was always warm and cheerful and always smiling with a little twinkle in his eye - he lifted everyone's spirit. I have very fond memories of racing with him as part of Brazen's crew and of the post race festivities and good cheer with shared with everyone on the RCYC porch. He was a wonderful man and I'm so glad I knew him! My deepest sympathies to you, Jen and Hugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Catherine Caplice

Condolence: Joan: There is little that we can say that has not already been said. Terry always had a smile, and enjoyed life. We will miss that at the curling club. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Condolence: Joan and family, I am so sorry to hear of Terry's passing. A good, funny and clever man who will be missed and went far too soon. It will not be the same on the South Island without his greetings and comments to fellow SI members. You are in my thoughts, Joan, in this difficult and sad time.

Condolence: Sincere condolences to Joan on the loss of her husband and to Hugh and Jen on the loss of their father from an old high school friend, who spent a lot of time with Terry, usually at the Belford home, which we looked upon as our “teen headquarters”. Terry was a grand fellow and is in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Donnie Hughes

Condolence: Dear Joan, Ned & I send our deep sympathy to you & your family Joan on the sudden loss of Terry. Terry was a fine man. We will so miss his presentation prowess at the RCYC Friday night races. The South Island will be sadly quiet this summer without the O'Connells holding forth at your picnic table on weekend evenings. However we look forward to seeing you Joan very soon & hope that might be at the RCYC. Lots of love to you Joan & to your family. You will be in our thoughts. Ned & Sue

Condolence: Dear Joan: I was so very shocked & saddened to hear of the sudden loss of your beloved husband Terry, please accept my sincere condolences & my thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.

Condolence: Dear Joan I was saddened to read the notice in the paper about Terry. John and I so enjoyed your company at the R.C.Y.C.. Terry was a wonderful part of the South Island and the Cruising Sailors. He will be sadly missed by all his many friends both here and in Collingwood. My love and condolences to you and your family. Jean Whitten

Condolence: Dear Joan and family. Our sincere condolences. Terry will be fondly remembered as a great friend and fellow sailor. We always looked forward to the cruise/race to Youngstown. We raced across the lake, filling out the cruise entry and always wondering who would get the honor of receiving The Beaver Shield at the CSS spring dinner. He knew how to add a personal touch as he recognized each yachts accomplishment at the wine and cheese party. Always supportive, caring and enthusiastic, he ,along with Joan , always offered a safe port of welcome to all.

Condolence: Dear Joan, Jen & Hugh, My brother Peter called from Miramichi N.B. with the sad news of Terry's sudden passing. My heart goes out to the O'Connell family. You are in my thoughts. The last time I saw Terry was at Uncle Jerry's wake & before that at Betty & Jerry's anniversary celebration. Terry was attentive, friendly and, he had family tales to relate, in a humourous way, that I had not heard. We talked of life in Collingwood, golf, sailing & winters down south. Terry was our suave, handsome, outgoing cousin. I remember his great smile and laugh. He was a people person and each conversation with him was a pleasure. Joan,I remember your wedding 47 years ago & together you have created so many precious memories. What a wonderful,handsome couple. Growing up, we loved to hear Aunt Evan's stories about Terry, eg. his Britannia Yacht club sailings or his job on tour boat excursions on the Rideau Canal. People were attracted to Terry because he had a special quality of making others feel that what they were saying & doing was of interest. One summer, mom & dad rented a cottage outside of Ottawa. I cut my foot on glass at a nearby beach & Terry carried me all the way back to the cottage. How caring. Mom & dad always talked fondly of Terry. This weekend we will attend my grandson Nathan's First Communion. During the mass, I will be thinking of Terry and family and I will keep you in my thoughts and prays during this sad time. Love to all.

Condolence: Hello Joan: My name is Phil Christensen and I am Terry's cousin. I live in Waterloo, ON. My mother was Phyliss (O'Connell) Christensen. I grew up in western Canada before also attending Ottawa U (Engineering 1964). Terry was a couple of years ahead of me, and we saw each other only occasionally as we were in different Faculties. I remember him quite fondly however as a very helpful and friendly mentor regarding U of O student activities and the local Ottawa scene (ie the best clubs in Hull). Although it's many years ago, my wife Beverly and I do remember being at your wedding - a very happy occasion. We have just celebrated our 48th wedding anniversary and certainly can empathize with your loss. We extend our sincere condolences. Phil & Bev Christensen

Condolence: Dear Joan and family, Please accept our condolences on your loss of Terry. A wonderful man in so many ways, we'll miss him terribly as Friday nights at the RCYC will never be the same! Barbara and Greg

Condolence: Dear Joan We are very sad and shocked to hear about Terry's sudden passing. We'll always remember his keen interest in the TGIF social regattas at RCYC and his lighthearted prize presentations that were a weekly highlight of the sailing season. Terry will be sadly missed, please accept our sincere condolences. George and Christina

Condolence: Joan, Jen and Hugh We are so sad to have lost Terry, he was a good man. A kind man. and perhaps above all taught us how to be a true friend. In this time of sorrow and deep pain our thoughts and prayers are with Terry and you. Terry will be missed by all however never forgotten. With all of our love and support David and Linda

Condolence: Hello Joan, I find myself at a loss for words and in shock at the news of Terry's death. It was only a week ago that I was speaking with him and in no way could I of know of any upcoming health issues, he looked fine. This news does make me realize how fragile life is. I felt I had gotten to know Terry quite will over the past years and he was a person I would always feel good about saying that Terry O'Connell was a friend! He always came through to me as a sincere person that had the interest of his family, friends and community at heart. He will be missed by many. Please accept both Paulette's and my most sincere condolences.

Condolence: Joan, Please accept my sincere condolences on the sudden passing of Terry. I will miss seeing him at church and the curling club. My thoughts and prayers are with you.